Clays Classic

The Small Steps Clays Classic was started in 2003 to help fund the construction of Small Steps’ second school in the Fifth Ward.

Building upon the momentum of the Energy Classic, the Clays Classic grew in its success and has become an annual draw for many prominent companies. In 2026, over 60 corporations, foundations, and individuals came together to sponsor the Clays Classic in support of Houston’s economically at-risk children.
The tournament format, designed by Gil Ash, consists of 100 targets at 10 stations. Additionally, each participant has the opportunity to participate in shooting games throughout the day. Following the tournament, all participants are invited to the dinner and awards ceremony. A significant number of door prizes are awarded at the conclusion of dinner.
The 2027 Small Steps Clays Classic will be held on February 11th at Greater Houston Sports Club, with registration opening in November of 2026. Questions? Contact Lauren Latinkic at llatinkic@ssnc.org or 713-236-0330.
Small Steps Nurturing Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The difference between the amount of your payment and the amount of goods and services received may be deductible as a charitable contribution. We estimate the fair market value for the Clays Classic is $400 per person or $1,600 per four person team. Small Steps’ EIN is 76-0471755.

Event Details

date

February 11, 2027

location

Greater Houston Sports Club

schedule

Registration: 1:00 p.m.
Shooting Commences: 2:00 p.m.
Dinner & Program: 4:30 p.m.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Title Sponsor - $25,000
Title Sponsor - $25,000

Sponsors will receive:

  • Two 4-man teams
  • Company logo on print materials for event
  • Reserved sponsor table at awards dinner
  • Recognition on course
  • Recognition on Small Steps’ website
  • Guaranteed to win at least one door prize per team
  • Complimentary access to pre-tournament shooting games
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Platinum Sponsor - $10,000
Platinum Sponsor - $10,000

Sponsors will receive:

  • One 4-man team
  • Company logo on print materials for event
  • Reserved sponsor table at awards dinner
  • Recognition on course
  • Recognition on Small Steps’ website
  • Guaranteed to win one door prize
  • Complimentary access to pre-tournament shooting games
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Gold Sponsor - $5,000
Gold Sponsor - $5,000

Sponsors will receive:

  • One 4-man team
  • Company name on print materials for event
  • Recognition on course
  • Recognition on Small Steps’ website
  • Entered into door-prize drawing
  • Golf cart provided for team
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Silver Sponsor - $2,500
Silver Sponsor - $2,500

Sponsors will receive:

  • Two individual entries
  • Company name on print materials for event
  • Recognition on course
  • Recognition on Small Steps’ website
  • Entered into door-prize drawing
  • Golf cart provided for team that will be shared with another silver team
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Advisory Board:

Cameron Brown, Committee Chair, Validus Energy
Robert Cannon, BCS Capital Group
Ellen Conley, Haynes and Boone
Max Harris, EIV

Jake Hutcherson, Platform Partners, LLC
Josh Martin, Pickering Energy Partners
Connor Phillips, BroadVail Capital Partners, LLC

David de Roode, Lockton Global Energy & Marine
George Shaw, Riverbend Energy Group
Jonathon Travis, Ryan LLC 

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